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✦ January 2026 Intake Applications Open! ✦

✦ January 2026 Intake Applications Open! ✦

U.S. Master’s (MS) in
Software Engineering

U.S. Master’s (MS) in
Software Engineering

6 Months in Delhi, 12 Months in the U.S.

6 Months in Delhi, 12 Months in the U.S.

Jointly Offered By

Jointly Offered By

An international master’s program — designed for working professionals and recent graduates. Delivered in a hybrid format, so you can graduate ready for your U.S. career in 18 months.

An international master’s program — designed for working professionals and recent graduates. Delivered in a hybrid format, so you can graduate ready for your U.S. career in 18 months.

Generative AI

Generative AI

Quantum Computing

Quantum Computing

Cybersecurity

Cloud Architecture

Cloud Architecture

Arizona State University (ASU) is the world’s first university to collaborate with OpenAI, the creators of ChatGPT.

Please Note
Admissions are strictly limited to the first 25 eligible students from India who apply before 30ᵗʰ December 2025.

Please Note
Admissions are strictly limited to the first 25 eligible students from India who apply before 30ᵗʰ November 2025.

Start in India → Graduate in America

Start in India → Graduate in America

Here's How It Works

Here's How It Works

Step 1 — First 6 Months – Start Your Master’s (MS) at Shiv Nadar University — Hybrid Online and Weekend Format That Fits Your Schedule

Step 1 — First 6 Months – Start Your Master’s (MS) at Shiv Nadar University — Hybrid Online and Weekend Format That Fits Your Schedule

You begin at Shiv Nadar University (SNU) in Delhi-NCR — recognized by the Government of India as an “Institution of Eminence.”During this phase, you’ll study the Arizona State University (ASU) U.S. curriculum online, with classes held over the weekends — making it ideal for working professionals and recent graduates.

You build a strong foundation across key domains like artificial intelligence, big data processing, cloud computing, software architecture and design, software integration, and web-based computing — grounded in real-world applications and industry-standard tools.

You're also fully trained for the U.S. visa interview — with everything from documentation to mock rounds handled end-to-end.

After 6 months, you’ll be equipped — academically, personally, and with visa application guidance — to pursue the final 12 months in the U.S.

Step 2 — Transfer to the U.S. (12 Months at ASU)

Step 2 — Transfer to the U.S. (12 Months at ASU)

For the next 12 months, you move to Arizona State University (ASU) — ranked #2 in the U.S. for employability among public universities.*

Alongside academics, you’ll receive structured career training — from building a strong resume and portfolio to preparing for interviews and internships.

These 12 months equip you with the skills and confidence to graduate ready — and take the next step: working in the U.S. through OPT (Optional Practical Training), a work authorization valid for up to 3 years.

*As per the Global Employability University Ranking and Survey, 2025.

Step 3 — Graduate Ready to Work in the U.S.

Step 3 — Graduate Ready to Work in the U.S.

You finish your Master’s (MS) in Software Engineering, a STEM-designated program, making you eligible to apply for OPT work authorization in the U.S.

This gives you the opportunity to pursue roles with leading employers — where ASU graduates have secured positions — including Amazon, American Express, Apple, Intel, Microsoft, Deloitte, Goldman Sachs, Oracle, EY-Parthenon, and KPMG.

Save Up to 40% by Starting in India and Get Time to Plan Your Finances

Save Up to 40% by Starting in India and Get Time to Plan Your Finances

Since the first six months are based in India, your tuition and living costs are up to 40% lower compared to a fully residential program in the U.S.

This gives you more time to plan, save, and manage your expenses step by step.

Education Loan Support for the First 25 Students

Education Loan Support for the First 25 Students

If you're among the first 25 students to apply, you can get a no-collateral education loan that covers up to 100% of college fees and on-campus student housing (hostel).

You won’t have to fund everything upfront—giving you time to plan.

Please Note
Admissions are strictly limited to the first 25 eligible students from India who apply before 30ᵗʰ December 2025.

Please Note

Admissions are strictly limited to the first 25 eligible students from India who apply before 30ᵗʰ November 2025.

Start Your Career in the U.S. with Companies That Lead the Industry

Start Your Career in the U.S. with Companies That Lead the Industry

Graduates of the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at Arizona State University have established careers with top organizations in technology and engineering.*

Amazon - American Express - Facebook - Google, Inc. - Intel Corporation
Microsoft - PayPal - PepsiCo - United Airlines - Oracle - eBay - Wells Fargo
+ Many more world-renowned Fortune 500 companies

Graduates Earn an Average Starting Salary of ₹85.7 Lakh Annually

Graduates Earn an Average Starting Salary of ₹85.7 Lakh Annually

Graduates of the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at Arizona State University have established careers with top organizations in technology and engineering.*

Amazon - American Express - Facebook - Google, Inc. - Intel Corporation - Microsoft - PayPal - PepsiCo - United Airlines - Oracle - eBay - Wells Fargo
+ Many more world-renowned Fortune 500 companies

*Employment and salary data are based on reports from the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at Arizona State University.

*Employment and salary data are based on reports from the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at Arizona State University.

A Curriculum Designed for Tomorrow:

A Curriculum Designed for Tomorrow:

Here’s What You’ll Learn —

Here’s What You’ll Learn —

Software Architecture & Design Patterns

Learn how to design scalable, maintainable systems using proven patterns and architectural styles.

Learn how to design scalable, maintainable systems using proven patterns and architectural styles.

Cloud-Native Development & DevOps

Build, deploy and manage software across cloud platforms using CI/CD pipelines, containers and orchestration.

Build, deploy and manage software across cloud platforms using CI/CD pipelines, containers and orchestration.

Software Project Management & Agile Methodologies

Master agile, Scrum, Kanban, and modern project management tools to lead engineering teams effectively.

Master agile, Scrum, Kanban, and modern project management tools to lead engineering teams effectively.

Software Security & Secure Coding Practices

Software Security & Secure Coding Practices

Integrate security from the start—learn threat modeling, secure coding, vulnerability assessment, and compliance.

Integrate security from the start—learn threat modeling, secure coding, vulnerability assessment, and compliance.

Mobile & Web Application Development

Develop high-performance apps and services for iOS, Android and the web with modern frameworks.

Develop high-performance apps and services for iOS, Android and the web with modern frameworks.

API Design & Microservices Engineering

Design and implement robust APIs and distributed microservices architectures for large-scale systems.

Design and implement robust APIs and distributed microservices architectures for large-scale systems.

Requirements Engineering & Software Quality Assurance

Requirements Engineering & Software Quality Assurance

Capture stakeholder needs accurately and ensure quality with advanced testing, automation, and QA practices.

Capture stakeholder needs accurately and ensure quality with advanced testing, automation, and QA practices.

Systems Integration & Middleware

Systems Integration & Middleware

Learn how to connect heterogeneous systems and build reliable enterprise integrations.

Learn how to connect heterogeneous systems and build reliable enterprise integrations.

Performance Engineering & Scalability

Performance Engineering & Scalability

Optimize systems for speed, reliability and cost-efficiency at scale.

Optimize systems for speed, reliability and cost-efficiency at scale.

Data Engineering for Software Applications

Work with databases, ETL pipelines, and analytics to support data-driven applications.

Work with databases, ETL pipelines, and analytics to support data-driven applications.

AI & Automation in Software Engineering

AI & Automation in Software Engineering

Leverage machine learning and intelligent automation to improve development and operations.

Leverage machine learning and intelligent automation to improve development and operations.

Software Engineering Research & Emerging Trends

Explore cutting-edge topics like low-code platforms, edge computing, and serverless architectures.

Explore cutting-edge topics like low-code platforms, edge computing, and serverless architectures.

How to Apply

How to Apply

Here’s how to get started — one step at a time.

Join the January ’26 cohort and take the first step toward transforming your future.

Join the January ’26 cohort and take the first step toward transforming your future.

STEP 1 - Reach Out

STEP 1 - Reach Out

Click the button below and fill out your contact details to start the process.

Click the button below and fill out your contact details to start the process.

STEP 2 - Introductory Interview

STEP 2 - Introductory Interview

An evaluator will connect with you to schedule a short call. You’ll learn more about the program, and we’ll learn more about your background.

An evaluator will connect with you to schedule a short call. You’ll learn more about the program, and we’ll learn more about your background.

Step 3 – Submit Your Application and Profile

Step 3 – Submit Your Application and Profile

Submit your profile for a comprehensive review by our evaluation committee, who will assess your application and academic background.

Submit your profile for a comprehensive review by our evaluation committee, who will assess your application and academic background.

STEP 4 - Hear Back on Your Application

STEP 4 - Hear Back on Your Application

Once reviewed and if selected, you’ll receive your official offer letter to begin your journey with us. Please note, only 25 students will be shortlisted, strictly on a first-come, first-reviewed basis.

Once reviewed and if selected, you’ll receive your official offer letter to begin your journey with us. Please note, only 25 students will be shortlisted, strictly on a first-come, first-reviewed basis.

ASU Eligibility Criteria

ASU Eligibility Criteria

  • GPA - Minimum cumulative 3.00 on a 4.00 scale (equivalent to “A”) in the last 60 credit hours of your first bachelor’s degree program.

  • English Proficiency - TOEFL iBT 90, IELTS 7.0, or Duolingo 125 (any one accepted).

  • GRE - Not required.

  • GPA - Minimum cumulative 3.00 on a 4.00 scale (equivalent to “A”) in the last 60 credit hours of your first bachelor’s degree program.

  • English Proficiency - TOEFL iBT 90, IELTS 7.0, or Duolingo 125 (any one accepted).

  • GRE - Not required.

About Shiv Nadar University (SNU) and
Arizona State University (ASU)

Start in India → Finish in America.

Start in India → Finish in America.

About
Shiv Nadar University (SNU) and
Arizona State University (ASU)

6 Months at

6 Months at

Shiv Nadar
University

Shiv Nadar University

Shiv Nadar University (SNU), founded in 2011 by Mr. Shiv Nadar, the visionary founder of HCL Group, a $13.3 billion global company with over 227,000 professionals across 60 countries, is a leading institution recognized as an Institution of Eminence by the Government of India. Known for its commitment to innovation and academic excellence, Shiv Nadar University is the youngest university to achieve this prestigious status.

Shiv Nadar University (SNU), founded in 2011 by Mr. Shiv Nadar, the visionary founder of HCL Group, a $13.3 billion global company with over 227,000 professionals across 60 countries, is a leading institution recognized as an Institution of Eminence by the Government of India. Known for its commitment to innovation and academic excellence, Shiv Nadar University is the youngest university to achieve this prestigious status.

#7 Top Institutions to Study in India

Ranked #7, Shiv Nadar University stands alongside top institutions like IISc Bangalore, the IITs (Madras, Delhi, Kharagpur, Kanpur, and Bombay), and other leading private universities in India.

Ranked #7, Shiv Nadar University stands alongside top institutions like IISc Bangalore, the IITs (Madras, Delhi, Kharagpur, Kanpur, and Bombay), and other leading private universities in India.

Careers360, 2024 Ranking of Top Institutions to Study in India.

National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF)

Youngest university to be ranked among the top 100 of NIRF, 8 years in a row (2017–2024).


National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF), India Rankings 2024.

Youngest university to be ranked among the top 100 of NIRF, 8 years in a row (2017–2024).


National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF), India Rankings 2024.

Recognized as an Institution of Eminence

One of only four private universities in the country to be designated as an Institution of Eminence by the Government of India.


Ministry of Education, Government of India, 2022.

One of only four private universities in the country to be designated as an Institution of Eminence by the Government of India.


Ministry of Education, Government of India, 2022.

12 Months at

12 Months at

Arizona State University

Arizona State University

Year after year, ASU ranks at or near the top of the list in areas that matter. Consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the country’s most innovative school, Arizona State University also takes the top spot in the nation for sustainability (Sustainability Tracking, Assessment and Rating System) and global impact (Times Higher Education, 6 years 2020-25). This is where students and faculty work with NASA to advance and lead space exploration. Where undergraduates learn from Nobel laureates and Pulitzer Prize winners. Where world-renowned scientists and scholars take on the most pressing challenges facing our planet and its people. Where 83 undergraduate and graduate programs rank among the top 25 degree programs in the country, according to U.S. News & World Report, with 38 programs ranked in the top 10. This is where next-generation innovators thrive while advancing pioneering research, strategic partnerships, entrepreneurship and economic development.

Year after year, ASU ranks at or near the top of the list in areas that matter. Consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the country’s most innovative school, Arizona State University also takes the top spot in the nation for sustainability (Sustainability Tracking, Assessment and Rating System) and global impact (Times Higher Education, 6 years 2020-25). This is where students and faculty work with NASA to advance and lead space exploration. Where undergraduates learn from Nobel laureates and Pulitzer Prize winners. Where world-renowned scientists and scholars take on the most pressing challenges facing our planet and its people. Where 83 undergraduate and graduate programs rank among the top 25 degree programs in the country, according to U.S. News & World Report, with 38 programs ranked in the top 10. This is where next-generation innovators thrive while advancing pioneering research, strategic partnerships, entrepreneurship and economic development.

Top 10

Top 10

Worldwide Among Universities Granted U.S. Patents.*

*As per U.S. National Academy of Inventors, 2024.

#1

#1

University in the U.S. for Global Impact in Research.*

*As per Times Higher Education, 6 Years, 2020-25.

#1

#1

Public University, Chosen by International Students.*

*As per Institute of International Education, 2021-2024.

#2

#2

in the U.S. for Employability Among Public Universities.*

*As per Global Employability University Ranking and Survey, 2025.

194,000+

194,000+

Total 2024-25 Annual Enrolment

17,900+

17,900+

International Students

43,000+

43,000+

Graduate Students

5,400+

5,400+

Faculty Members

Shiv Nadar Institution of Eminence Gautam Buddha Nagar - 201314 Uttar Pradesh.

Shiv Nadar Institution of Eminence Gautam Buddha Nagar - 201314 Uttar Pradesh.

©Shiv Nadar Institution of Eminence 2025. All Rights Reserved.

©Shiv Nadar Institution of Eminence 2025. All Rights Reserved.

Arizona State University 1151 S Forest Ave Tempe, AZ 85281.

Arizona State University 1151 S Forest Ave Tempe, AZ 85281.